Open shelving is a love-it-or-hate-it thing, but I’m with you—it can really let those old walls breathe. I did it in a 1920s flip and the brick behind...
Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve had contractors try to rip out solid wood doors just because they “stick.” Drives me nuts. There’s so much ...
Sharpie notes on studs are my go-to too—future me (or whoever’s unlucky enough to open the wall) always appreciates it. I tried using an app once, but...
Totally get this. I once flipped a craftsman and sealed it up so tight, it lost that creaky charm. Had to add a vent just to stop the windows from fog...
Man, I feel you on the checklist thing. It’s wild how something as tiny as a file name can hold up a whole project. I’ve had to redo paperwork just be...
That’s been my experience too—coastal projects are a whole different beast. Have you ever tried ipe or any of the tropical hardwoods? I’ve heard mixed...
Totally get where you’re coming from. I once tried to reuse old hardwood floors in a flip, thinking it was the greener move. Inspector flagged me for ...
Totally get what you mean about old-school feeling right. There’s something comforting about sticking to what works, even if the science says otherwis...
I get the appeal of a “lived in” vibe, but sometimes a little order goes a long way. There’s something satisfying about a freshly weeded bed or matchi...
Starting with the side door seems smart enough, especially after your "window-climbing adventure"—been there, done that, not fun. 😅 That's ...
I've noticed acidic stuff can be tricky on metals too—tried vinegar once on my fridge handles, thinking it'd get rid of fingerprints, and ended up wit...
Yeah, wood rot can definitely sneak up on you. I usually give my decks a good once-over every season change—spring and fall mostly. It's quick and eas...
Totally agree about the sconces—lighting really does make or break an outdoor space. I started with smart bulbs too, mostly because I wasn't sure how ...
Haha, inspectors can definitely keep us guessing sometimes. You're spot on, though—it's the major safety stuff that's key. I once had a kitchen half g...
Totally agree about deductions—they've saved me big-time on a few flips. Rebates are nice upfront, but deductions really shine when you're scaling pro...